Featured Classes and Events | | We hope you’re doing well and had a joyful week. Read on to discover upcoming featured programming at CBN. | | To view a full list of all of the programming available at our Carter Burden Network Older Adult Centers, please click here to view our monthly activity calendars. | | |
All CBN locations will be closed on Monday, September 7th, in observance of Labor Day.
We will resume normal hours on Tuesday,
September 8th.
Happy Labor Day!
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Bill Dionne Luncheon Club
351 E. 74th St. (between 1st and 2nd Aves.)
New York, NY 10021
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Chess with Coach Tim
Join us at the Bill Dionne Luncheon Club for a weekly chess session with the fantastic Coach Tim. All skill levels welcome, whether you are a beginner or seasoned player, it is a great way to keep your mind active and meet fellow chess enthusiasts!
Tuesdays, 11:00am
The Bill Dionne Luncheon Club
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Social Service Unit
Join us at the Bill Dionne Luncheon Club for weekly sessions with our Social Service Unit. Get your questions answered and navigate your benefits with social services.
Every Tuesday, 1:00pm-2:00pm
The Bill Dionne Luncheon Club
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Learn Spanish with Carlos
Join us at the Bill Dionne Luncheon Club for free Spanish lessons! Learning Spanish is a great way to connect with others and keep your mind active.
Every Wednesday, 11:00am
The Bill Dionne Luncheon Club
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Free Dental Screening
Join us at the Bill Dionne Luncheon Club for a free dental screening! Take care of your smile, learn more about your oral health, and connect with our community.
Wednesday, September 9th 11:00am-12:30pm
The Bill Dionne Luncheon Club
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Blood Pressure Screening
Join us at the Bill Dionne Luncheon Club for a quick, easy, and important step toward staying healthy.
Every Thursday 10:30am-12:00pm
The Bill Dionne Luncheon Club
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Movie: Man On The Run
Join us at the Bill Dionne Luncheon Club for a movie screening of Man On The Run. Sit back, relax, and enjoy this heartwarming movie with friends in a welcoming community setting.
Thursday, September 10th 1:15pm
The Bill Dionne Luncheon Club
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Singercize
Join us at the Bill Dionne Luncheon Club for Singercize! Enjoy a fun and energizing session that combines singing with gentle movement to boost your mood, improve wellness, and connect with friends.
Friday, September 11th 1:00pm
The Bill Dionne Luncheon Club
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Covello Older Adult Center
312 E 109th St. (between 1st and 2nd Aves.)
New York, NY 10029
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Creative Stitching at Covello
Join us for a creative stitching class at Covello Older Adult Center with Diane. Learn, create and connect. One stitch at a time!
Easy Quilts - Monday 10:00am-12:00pm & Thursday 1:00pm-4:00pm
Hand Embroidery - Tuesday 10:00am-12:00pm
Open Quilt - Thursday 10:00am-12:00pm
Covello Older Adult Center
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NYC Preparedness Presentation
Join us at the Covello Older Adult Center for an informative presentation on NYC preparedness. Learn helpful tips and resources to stay safe, informed, and prepared for emergencies.
Wednesday, September 9th 1:00pm-2:00pm
Covello Older Adult Center
1st Floor
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Grandparent's Celebration Party
Join us at the Covello Older Adult Center as we celebrate the love, joy, and wisdom of grandparents! Come enjoy a fun-filled day of laughter, connection, and celebration with our community.
Friday, September 11th 1:00pm-3:30pm
Covello Older Adult Center
1st Floor
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Presentation: What is a Mini-Stroke
Join us at the Covello Older Adult Center for an informative presentation about mini-strokes. Learn about the warning signs, risk factors, and what to do if one occurs. Come learn, ask questions, and take an important step toward better health awareness.
Thursday, September 10th 11:00am-12:00pm
Covello Older Adult Center
2nd Floor Dining Hall
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Center Update
Please note that Covello Older Adult Center will close early on Friday, September 4th. All activities will end at 1:00 PM, and older adults must leave the center by 1:00 PM.
The Afternoon Art and Sewing Class is cancelled.
The center will remain closed on Monday, September 7th, in observance of Labor Day. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, September 8th.
Thank you for your understanding!
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Supporting Brain Health in Our Community and Zumba Dancing
Join us at the Covello Older Adult Center in collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Association for an engaging program presented in Spanish and focused on supporting brain health in our community. Learn helpful information about brain wellness, followed by a fun and energizing Zumba dance session. Come learn, move, connect, and enjoy time with our community!
Wednesday, September 30th 11:00am-12:00pm
Covello Older Adult Center
Register at the link below:
Supporting Brain Health in Our Community and Zumba Dancing - Carter Burden
| | Funder Spotlight: Ponce De Leon Foundation | | We are grateful for grant support from the Ponce De Leon Foundation for our Leonard Covello Older Adult Center and Lehman Village Older Adult Center in East Harlem. This funding helps us continue to provide and improve vital programs, services, and a welcoming community for the older adults we serve. | | |
Lehman Village Older Adult Center
641 Madison Avenue (at 109th Street)
New York, NY 10029
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Community Meeting
Come join us at the Lehman Village Older Adult Center for a community meeting. Connect with neighbors, share your thoughts, and stay informed about what is happening in our community.
Tuesday, September 8th 11:00am
Lehman Village Older Adult Center
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Walking Club to Garden and Central Park
Come join us at the Lehman Village Older Adult Center for a fun and refreshing walk to the Garden and Central Park! Enjoy the outdoors, get some exercise, and spend time with friends and fellow community members.
Thursday, September 10th 1:00pm
Lehman Village Older Adult Center
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Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center
546 Main St.
New York, NY 10044
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ID Registration & Picture Day
Come join us at the Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center for ID registration and Picture Day! Get registered, have your NYC Aging ID Card picture taken, and make sure your information is up to date.
Wednesday, September 9th 10:00am-2:00pm
Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center
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Fire Safety Presentation
Join us at the Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center in collaboration with FDNY for a Fire Safety Presentation. Learn important tips on preventing fires, staying safe in emergencies, and understanding what to do in the event of a fire.
Thursday, September 10th 11:00am-12:00pm
Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center
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Bingo!
Join us at the Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center for an exciting bingo game filled with fun. Come play, win, and enjoy a great time with friends!
Thursday, September 10th 1:00pm-2:00pm
Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center
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Tea Party
Come join us at the Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center for a lovely Tea Party! Enjoy good company, delicious treats, and a relaxing afternoon filled with conversation and fun.
Friday, September 11th 2:00pm-4:00pm
Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center
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Afrikana Food Pantry
Join our community partners Afrikana Food Pantry to access fresh, nutritious foods that support your health and wellness. We are here to nourish our community with wholesome options and caring support every step of the way.
Wednesdays 10:00am-12:00pm
Fridays 1:00pm-4:00pm
Saturdays & Sundays 12:00pm-3:00pm
PS007 Samuel Stern School
160 East 120th Street, New York 10035
(119th Entrance between Lexington & 3rd Ave)
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Housing Help in East Harlem
Join our community partners East Harlem Community Partnership and Sinergia to get guidance on housing resources, tenants' rights and assistance programs available in your area. Stop by and get connected with the resources you need to feel secure at home!
East Harlem Community Partnership
71 East 111th Street, 2nd Floor New York 10029
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Alzheimer's Association Presents Hispanic Heritage Month Programs
Join our community partner, the Alzheimer's Association, for a special series of programs celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month to raise awareness about the impact that Alzheimer's and dementia have on our community. Learn ways to support brain health and overall well-being.
Register at the link below:
Hispanic Heritage Month Programs
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The Art of Aging Well
Carter Burden Gallery, in collaboration with the New York Academy of Medicine, presents a series exploring the connection between brain health, art, and creative aging. Through engaging workshops, including Graphic Medicine and a gallery opening, participants will have opportunities to learn, create, connect, and explore how creativity can support well-being as we age.
Register at the links below:
September 16th - Gallery Opening
The Art of Aging Well: Gallery Opening
September 22nd - Visual Narratives: A Graphic Medicine Workshop
Visual Narratives: A Graphic Medicine Workshop
October 1st - Panel: Art, Brain Health & Creative Aging
Art, Brain Health, and Creative Aging Panel
The exhibition runs from September 16th - October 8th
New York Academy of Medicine
1216 5th Ave, New York, NY
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Stay Safe in the Heat!
Join our community partners, the NYC Department for the Aging, to share an important reminder to stay safe during extreme heat. Please take precautions to stay cool, hydrated, and protected during hot weather.
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National Immunization Awareness Month
Join our community partners, the NYC Department for the Aging, to share important reminders about staying up to date on recommended vaccines. Learn how immunizations can help protect your health and well-being
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Jewelry Scam
The NYPD has issued a warning about a new jewelry scam targeting older adults. Please beware of individuals approaching you, likely from a vehicle, and asking for cash, to pray with you, or say they're celebrating a birthday. They may try to swap your real jewelry with fake jewelry. Stay safe and report any suspicious incident to NYPD even if they didn't take anything.
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How to Protect Your EBT Benefits
This fact sheet provides information about protecting your EBT Benefits. If you suspect you have been a victim of fraud, you can reach out to our Community Elder Mistreatment and Abuse Prevention Program.
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Social Services at Carter Burden Network
Social Services is a fundamental part of what the Carter Burden Network offers. Our delivery of social services means connecting you to resources by drawing upon our understanding of how benefits work, and how to make them work for you. CBN offers assistance to help address your concerns individually, confidentially and effectively.
Our Social Service Unit helps with issues that include government benefits, transitional healthcare, advocacy and referrals for meals, older adult center programming, caregiver support services and much more. CBN’s Elder Mistreatment & Abuse Prevention Program helps ensure that you can live with the confidence and protection you deserve.
To see if you are eligible for our services, please call the number below that matches your location:
Upper East Side
Social Service Unit
57th to 96th Street, Fifth Avenue to the East River
212-879-7400 x310
Roosevelt Island
RIOAC Social Service Unit
Roosevelt Island Older Adult Center members
212-980-1888
East Harlem
Covello OAC’s Social Service Unit
East Harlem Covello Older Adult Center and Lehman Village Older Adult Center members
212-423-9665
Community Elder Mistreatment and Abuse Prevention Program
Manhattan
917-409-1261
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Health Care Proxy Clinic
Please join us at our Social Service Unit for a Health Care Proxy Clinic. Receive one-on-one assistance with completing your health care proxy form, learn about your options, and ensure your health care wishes are clearly documented.
Every Wednesday, 10:00am-4:00pm
Carter Burden Network - Social Service Unit
445 East 85th Street
Ground Floor
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Virtual Carter Burden Network
Recurring Classes
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Virtual Program Updates
There are no updates at this time.
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Chess for Seniors - Chess for Seniors offers free online chess classes at various skill levels for older adults. Learn more and register for classes at https://www.chessforseniors.org/classes
MoMath’s Online “Senior Sessions” - Experience math like never before—all from the comfort of home! The National Museum of Mathematics (MoMath) offers virtual “Senior Sessions,” engaging online programs filled with interactive puzzles and fascinating demos, perfect for older adults of all skill levels. Join in for a fun, social, and thought-provoking math adventure. Learn more or sign up at https://momath.org/senior-sessions/.
Virtual Support Group for Adults with Hearing Loss - This support group by the Center for Hearing and Communication is designed to provide a community where hard of hearing adults can make connections, share experiences, and learn helpful tips. To learn more or register please email or call Carolyn Stern cgstern@chhearing.org or 917-305-7812
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CBN is partially funded by NYC Aging
A copy of our most recently filed financial report is available from the Charities Registry on the New York State Attorney General’s website (www.charitiesnys.com) or, upon request, by contacting us at (212) 879-7400. You also may obtain information on charitable organizations from the New York State Office of the Attorney General at www.charitiesnys.com or (212) 416-8816
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Carter Burden Network
212.879.7400
contactus@carterburdennetwork.org
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